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Great Places
May 7, 2008
Volume 8, Issue 5

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	Water break. Photo © Sanjayan/TNC

Lions, Camels and a Desert Adventure

Conservancy lead scientist Sanjayan is trekking 300 kilometers across Africa's Namib Desert to map the area for a proposed national park in Namibia. He's sending daily dispatches from the journey, so follow along!

Follow Sanjayan's Desert Expedition!


	Alison Green conducts an underwater survey. Photo © David Wachenfeld/Triggerfish Images

Exploring the Coral Triangle

A team of top Conservancy scientists is exploring uncharted waters in Southeast Asia's Coral Triangle, where 76 percent of the world's coral species live — and more species will likely be discovered. Follow the expedition at our special Web page!

See the Amazing Species of the Coral Triangle!


	Scientists measuring trees. Photo © Byron Jorjorian

What Can You Do About Climate Change?

Help reduce the impacts of climate change by participating in the Conservancy's voluntary carbon offset program. Don't know what a carbon offset is? Find out in our new Web feature — and learn why our offsets are certified.

Offset Your Carbon Footprint Today


	Giraffes Photo © iStockPhoto.com

Delight Mom with a Nature Gift!

You can honor mom this Sunday with green gifts that help to protect our natural world. Show her you care this Mother’s Day by sending organic flowers sustainably harvested from Organic Bouquet. Ten percent of your total purchase will be donated to The Nature Conservancy.

Send Her a Green Gift!


	Two bald eagle chicks. Photo © Dave Menke/USFWS

Watch Baby Bald Eagles!

The two eagle chicks born on Santa Cruz Island are getting bigger! At the end of May, biologists will enter the nests to band the chicks — and you can watch the action via live Web cam!

Watch the Eagles Every Day!


	Michael Jennings. Photo courtesy of Michael Jennings

Ask the Conservationist:
Does Extinction Really Matter?

Has the extinction of a species affected the way we live our lives? Could we live without the elephant or tiger or a species of snake? Senior scientist Michael Jennings answers in this month's Ask the Conservationist.

Read…and Then Submit Your Question


	Lawn mower. Photo © iStockPhoto.com

Everyday Environmentalist:
Get Reel with Your Mower

Did you know that cutting the grass for one hour with a gasoline-powered mower creates as much air pollution as a 100-mile car ride? Why not skip the engine and use a reel mower instead… you'll trim your carbon footprint and your waist!

Read and Share Your Green Tips

Photo of the Month

“…the sun broke through for the last hour of our ride…”

Podcasts

Each week, our Nature Stories podcast brings you unexpected tales of people's connections with the natural world. You may subscribe to the series or download the individual stories through the links below.

Heat Hear the words, thoughts and sounds of those who live in the desert. Producer: Jeff Rice with Hearing Voices
Spare Time Find out why 89-year-old Sam Eaton hasn’t retired from lobstering yet. Producer: Sarah Reynolds with the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies
Nachusa Grasslands See how a group of volunteers have transformed hundreds of acres of grasslands in Illinois. Producer: Dan Collison and Elizabeth Meister with Long Haul Productions
Cypress Knees Visit with Florida’s late king of cypress knees and discover the appeal of these unusual roots. Producer: Jay Allison
Photo Credits (from top): Photo © David Banks/TNC; © Bridget Besaw; © Ann E. Cutting; © Malachi Petunia .

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